How to Upload to YouTube in 4K From Your PC
To upload to YouTube in 4K from your PC, you need to export your video in 4K using the video editing software of your choice. It doesn’t matter what app you use for this, as long as it supports exporting in 4K. For the best results, your video editing app should also support the MP4 file type, H.264 video codec, and AAC audio codec. You can upload 4K videos in different formats, including raw footage from your camera, and YouTube will process and convert it in most cases, but sticking to YouTube’s recommendations minimizes the chance of upload errors. Here’s how to upload to YouTube in 4K from your PC:
How to Upload Large 4K Video Files to YouTube
The process of uploading 4K videos to YouTube isn’t any different from uploading other videos, as long as you have encoded the video with the right settings. You also need to verify your YouTube account though, if you want to upload long videos. To verify a YouTube account, you need a phone number where you can receive calls or text messages.
File type: MP4Encoder: H.264Resolution: 3840x2160Frame Rate: Native (the frame rate used to record the video)Bit Rate: 85 MbpsAudio Codec: AACSample Rate: 44100 HzBit Rate: 320+ Kbps
Unverified accounts are limited to 15-minute uploads, while verified accounts can upload videos that are up to 12 hours long and 256 GB in size.
What Are the Best Export Settings for 4K YouTube Videos?
YouTube accepts a range of file types and settings, but they do have some recommendations that will help you avoid upload errors and make your videos look as good as they can on the platform. For example, YouTube recommends the MP4 format, the H.264 video codec, and the AAC-LC audio codec. Sticking as close as possible to the recommended YouTube settings decreases the likelihood of running into any problems.
